ARTISTS' PAGE 5: Colin Grant-Adams * Valerie Sneade * Razzle Bam Boom

COLIN GRANT-ADAMS AND HIS GUITAR

Nationally touring artist Colin Grant-Adams, Scottish Balladeer, originally from Oban, Scotland performs songs of the British Isles, American/Folk and Bluegrass music, reminiscent of the great Scottish Irish & American entertainers Kenneth McKellar, Harry Lauder, Tommy Makam, John McDermott, Burl Ives, & Doc Watson adding elements from his own musical experiences of thirty years, to create a refreshingly spirited sound uniquely his own. “Scotland in Songs and Stories,” Grant-Adams, one-man show entertains, inspires and educates his audiences on a journey to the British Isles. Drawing from traditional (roots), contemporary, and acclaimed original songs, Grant-Adams brings to light the early influences the Scottish emigrants had on American folk and Bluegrass music. Colin weaves songs with mystical stories, a touch of humor, and even some unbelievable yodeling, delivered with his powerful tenor voice, and intriguing guitar work. Grant-Adams has produced nine recordings, appeared on numerous television shows and Concerts all over the United States, plus at the acclaimed Carnegie Recital Hall in New York City. Stephen Holden of the New York Times calls him “a spirited spokesman of a vigorous Scots folk tradition that is unabashed in its expression of patriotism.” “As an arts administrator, educator and presenter at a major arts center, and as a producers of a television music series shown nationally on PBS, I can attest to Colin Grant-Adams cultural and educational value and importance to American audiences. ” - Richard Van Kleeck, Artistic director / Producer Kentucky Center for the Arts “ Colin Grant-Adams is one of the top Scottish entertainers on the scene today. ”-- James Frank Vance General Manager & Executive Vice-President Grandfather Mountain Highland Games Colin Grant-Adams from Oban Scotland noted in Celeste Ray’s recently published Highland Heritage-Scottish American in the American South “ As one of the premiere performers for this cultural phenomenon on the International music scene today.” Colin is proud to be on the Arts Rosters The Kentucky Arts Council, Kentucky Center for the Arts Education United Arts Council of Raleigh & Wake County, Inc. CAPS The Durham Arts Council NC The Arts Council of Fayetteville / Cumberland County NC Arts Northwest Touring Roster Arts Northwest Member Music In The School Program Colin Grant-Adams presents an educational, entertaining, and fun look at the music, people, heritage and history of his homeland (Scotland) and how it’s influence has been absorbed into the folk music of America. * Meets core curriculum * Teachers guide available * Block booking

VALERIE SNEADE

VALERIE SNEADE is the recipient of the 2002 Independent Reviewers of New England Award (IRNE) for best cabaret show for her performance in “Will & Company.” She was also nominated for a 2004 IRNE for her performance of “The Streisand Songbook.” “The Streisand Songbook” was also voted one of Boston’s 10 best shows by Boston cabaret critic John Amodeo. She also received the 2004 Donnie for best actress in Charlotte County FL for he rperformance in “Jerry's Girls.” Most recently, she was voted one of the ten best acts in Boston by Edge Magazine (Boston,MA)! Critics have raved about her “powerhouse pipes and beaming stage personality.” Another critic wrote “the piece de resistance was Valerie Sneade…a dynamo.” Some of her one-woman shows include “The Streisand Songbook”, “A Tribute To The Silver Screen”, “The Valerie Sneade Show”, “Home For The Holidays”, and “Always a Bridesmaid, Never A Bride.” Valerie is also a professional actress. She has an extensive list of regional and Off-Broadway, and cabaret credits. She has appeared at a multitude of venues including The Grand Ole Opry (TN), The Papermill Playhouse (NJ), The York Theatre (NYC), The Evergreen Dinner Theatre (NJ), The Lyric Stage of Boston (MA), The Palace Theatre (NH), Don’t Tell Mama’s (NYC), The Triad (NYC), The Inn On Newfound Lake (NH), The Cultural Center of Port Charlotte (FL), The North Port Performing Arts Center (FL), The Charlotte Performing Arts Center (FL), The Worcester Foothills (MA), and many more! In addition, Valerie is a soloist with POPS orchestras. In October 2003, Valerie was a guest artist with The Charlotte Symphony (a professional symphony based out of Southwest Florida). At this concert, she shared the stage with Al Holland (formerly of The Platters) and performed for a record audience of nearly 4,000 for their annual Charlotte POPS at Sunset Concert ( Punta Gorda, FL). Since then Valerie has become a regular guest artist with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. Most recently, she headlined a patriotic concert in June of 2005 called "Symphonic Fireworks" and was their headliner for their October 2005 performance of "A Tribute To Hollywood." In February 2006, Valerie is making her second performance in March of 2007 with The Thayer Symphony in Lemonister, MA. Valerie released her debut CD “Let Me Be Strong” in October of 2004. With the musical expertise of her producer and husband Edward C. Loder, Valerie has put together a terrific CD that has a little something for everyone. Music director and arranger on the project is Jim Rice of Boston, MA, who also doubled (tripled) as her pianist and organist. Sneade is backed by some of Boston’s finest musicians - Steve Skop on bass, Steve Marchena on guitar, Mick Lewander on drums, Adam McOwen on fiddle, and Johann Soults on cello. The CD, which features the music of Ernie Lijoi, Barbara Baig, Carole King, Burt Bacharach, and many more is now available on her website.

RAZZLE BAM BOOM PRODUCTIONS

200 YEARS OF AMERICAN MUSIC from Stephen Foster to George M. Cohan, from Fats Waller to John Philip. Sousa, musician-performers, Mark Beckwith and Obediah Thomas incorporate their own zany brand of humor as they sing and play their way back through time and across America. Bluegrass, Gospel, Hawaiian, Western, Jazz, Blues, Folk and Rock 'n Roll are performed with guitar, trumpet, and vocals. This show is ideal for audiences young and old. click to view the bigger image THE WRIGHT BROTHERS MUSICAL-COMEDY click to view the bigger image Two women (Joni Bovill and Rebecca Lynn) play themselves. Two aspiring actresses who believe they can do anything they set their minds to even portraying Orville and Wilbur Wright. This performance is about the quest for flight AND it is about following one's dreams, even in the face of adversity. This original play is great for the entire family.

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